THANEHOLD
Your life's work. Its next chapter.
You've spent years building your business. When the time comes to consider what happens next, the choice of buyer matters. Thanehold pursues acquisitions of established businesses from owners considering retirement, succession or a change in ownership.
We consider different sale structures.
Complete Acquisition
Transition ownership to a long-term owner focused on preserving what you've built.
Gradual Transition
Step back over time, with an agreed plan for transferring ownership and management responsibilities.
Retain an Interest
Realize part of the value you've created while continuing to participate in the business's future.
These are options we may discuss, not commitments available in every case.
What we discuss with owners.
Employees and customers. We discuss what continuity could mean for the people who rely on the business.
Reputation. We consider how the business’s reputation and customer relationships can be maintained.
Timing. We discuss a handover timetable that reflects the owner’s plans and the business’s needs.
Business operations. We review financial records, operations and obligations before making an acquisition decision.
Established businesses. Real communities.
We are particularly interested in businesses where people live, belong and create: senior living communities, private sporting and membership clubs, and private schools, entrepreneurial campuses and educational institutions.
We are especially interested in established businesses approaching an ownership transition.
Your business doesn't need to be underperforming, and you don't need to be ready for a complete exit.
Our Process
- 01
Conversation
Tell us about the business and what you hope to achieve.
- 02
Understanding
We review the operating model, finances, assets and potential partnership structure.
- 03
Next Steps
Where there is a fit, we explore a proposal and an appropriate diligence process.
A thoughtful next chapter starts with a conversation.
Whether you're ready to retire or simply exploring your options, we'd welcome an introduction.